Human imagination has long been captivated by flying cars. Several real-world notions that originated in science fiction have surfaced in the 20th and 21st centuries. Although a commercially feasible real-world "flying car" has yet to materialise, this hasn't stopped automakers from pursuing the idea and trying to develop a workable product. Hyundai is one such carmaker venturing into the electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) market.
At CES 2024, the Korean automaker made a big advancement when they unveiled the S-A2, the most recent eVTOL prototype from Supernal. This prototype is an advancement over the S-A1 that was unveiled in 2020.
Hyundai isn't discouraged even though the once-optimistic air taxi sector is facing difficulties—Uber's air taxi network was sold, and commercial services are having trouble taking off. The S-A2 is shown by Supernal, Hyundai's eVTOL business, as a "product concept" that will go into production in 2028. Supernal's S-A2 has remarkable specs; it can reach an altitude of 1,500 feet and cruise at 120 mph, making it ideal for urban air mobility. The electric aircraft is designed to meet the needs of wealthy business travellers for short-haul travels of 25 to 40 miles, which are commonly found on routes connecting airports and urban regions.
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According to Jaiwon Shin, CEO of Supernal and president of Hyundai Motor Group, "Supernal has been on a mission to create the right product and the right market at the right time from the beginning." "The introduction of S-A2 shows our steadfast dedication to fulfilling that goal with a vehicle design that is safe, effective, and offers a straightforward route to market entry. Supernal is prepared to usher in a new era of flying by utilising our highly skilled staff of 600 individuals, the extensive technological and business skills of Hyundai Motor Group, and reliable aviation suppliers worldwide.
Human imagination has long been captivated by flying cars. Several real-world notions that originated in science fiction have surfaced in the 20th and 21st centuries. Although a commercially feasible real-world "flying car" has yet to materialise, this hasn't stopped automakers from pursuing the idea and trying to develop a workable product. Hyundai is one such carmaker venturing into the electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) market.
At CES 2024, the Korean automaker made a big advancement when they unveiled the S-A2, the most recent eVTOL prototype from Supernal. This prototype is an advancement over the S-A1 that was unveiled in 2020.
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